Engineering Consultancy & Regulatory Compliance
We deliver comprehensive aviation engineering consultancy and regulatory compliance services to aircraft owners, operators, corporate flight departments, and aviation stakeholders across India, Middle East, and Europe. Our expertise spans DGCA regulatory frameworks, airworthiness management, technical due diligence, and continuing airworthiness support.
With over 15 years of proven experience, we provide safety-first engineering solutions backed by extensive OEM relationships, regulatory expertise, and a global network of certified professionals. Our pan-India capabilities combined with international reach ensure seamless compliance and operational excellence wherever your aircraft operate.
Our Engineering Consultancy Services
Airworthiness & Continuing Airworthiness Support
Comprehensive AD/SB compliance tracking, reliability monitoring, maintenance program development and optimization. We ensure your aircraft maintains continuous airworthiness through proactive planning and regulatory adherence.
- Service Bulletin and Airworthiness Directive compliance
- Maintenance program optimization and MSG-3 logic implementation
- Reliability monitoring and fleet performance analysis
Pre-Buy Inspections & Technical Due Diligence
Thorough aircraft evaluation including comprehensive records review, LLP back-to-birth verification, conformity inspections, and valuation inputs to support informed acquisition decisions.
- Complete maintenance records analysis and compliance verification
- Life-limited parts tracking and replacement forecasting
- Aircraft conformity inspections and modification status
CAMO-Style Support & Aircraft Technical Management
Professional aircraft technical management services following CAMO principles, including maintenance planning, regulatory compliance oversight, and technical record management.
- Maintenance planning and scheduling optimization
- Technical records management and digitization
- Continuing airworthiness management and oversight
Import/Export Technical Compliance
Seamless aircraft import/export support including technical compliance verification, conformity inspections, and registration change assistance across multiple jurisdictions.
- DGCA import/export permit processing
- Aircraft conformity and compliance inspections
- Registration transfer and documentation support
Maintenance Planning & Bridging Checks
Strategic maintenance planning including Phase/Letter check scheduling, bridging inspections, and MSG-3 logic implementation for optimal aircraft utilization and cost control.
- Phase and Letter check optimization
- Bridging check planning and execution oversight
- MSG-3 maintenance program development
Lease Redelivery & Transition Management
Expert lease redelivery support including end-of-lease workscope negotiation, transition planning, and cost optimization to minimize redelivery expenses and timeline.
- Lease return condition assessment and planning
- Redelivery workscope negotiation and optimization
- Transition management and documentation support
DGCA Regulatory Compliance Services
Our regulatory compliance expertise ensures seamless operations across Indian aviation frameworks while maintaining alignment with international standards including EASA Part-M/CAMO/145 and FAA regulations.
DGCA Approvals & CAR Compliance
Comprehensive support for DGCA approvals including operations manuals, procedures development, and checklist compilation to ensure full CAR compliance.
AOC/NSOP Setup Support
Complete Air Operator Certificate and Non-Scheduled Operator Permit setup including operations specifications development and MEL/MMEL alignment.
SMS & QMS Implementation
Safety Management System and Quality Management System development, safety risk management frameworks, and internal audit program establishment.
Training & Competence Frameworks
Comprehensive training program development, competence assessment frameworks, and records management systems for regulatory compliance.
Permits & Documentation
Overflight and landing permit coordination, technical log and e-log readiness, and complete documentation management services.
Audit Preparedness
DGCA audit preparation, lessor compliance audits, financing due diligence support, and IS-BAO/IOSA guidance for enhanced operational standards.
Sectors & Aircraft We Support
Business Jets
Legacy 600/650, Falcon 2000/8X, Challenger series, Gulfstream G280/G650, Citation family
Turboprops
King Air series, TBM family, Caravan, Twin Otter, and regional turboprop aircraft
Helicopters
EC130, Bell 407/429, AW109/139, AS350/355, and offshore helicopter operations
Commercial Aircraft
Narrow/wide-body aircraft for charter, ACMI, and lease-in operations including A320/A330, B737/B777 families
Our Process & Timeline
Discovery
Requirements analysis, aircraft assessment, regulatory scope definition
Technical Plan
Comprehensive work plan, timeline, deliverables, and resource allocation
Execution
Implementation with regular progress updates and milestone tracking
Compliance Closeout
Final verification, documentation delivery, regulatory submission support
Aftercare
Ongoing support, monitoring, and consultation as required
Pre-Buy Inspection
Complete technical due diligence including records review and physical inspection: 2-4 weeks
DGCA Regulatory Setup
AOC/NSOP applications, permits, and operational approvals: 8-16 weeks
Lease Redelivery
End-of-lease preparation, negotiations, and aircraft transition: 4-8 weeks
Why Safe Fly Aviation
Safety-First Engineering Philosophy
Every recommendation and solution is evaluated through the lens of operational safety, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation, ensuring your aircraft operations maintain the highest safety standards.
Cost Transparency & Lifecycle Savings
Transparent pricing with no hidden costs, combined with strategic planning that delivers measurable lifecycle cost savings through optimized maintenance programs and efficient regulatory compliance.
Extensive OEM/MRO/Lessor Network
Established relationships with major OEMs, MRO providers, lessors, and suppliers globally enable faster approvals, better pricing, and streamlined service delivery.
Rapid Mobilization Across Regions
Pan-India presence with established operations in Middle East and Europe enables rapid project mobilization and local regulatory expertise wherever your aircraft operate.
Case Study: Critical Pre-Buy Rescue
Client was hours from closing on a $12M Legacy 650 when our pre-buy inspection revealed undisclosed structural repairs and AD compliance issues.
Result: $2.8M price adjustment and 6-week delay averted
Case Study: DGCA Audit Success
Corporate flight department facing potential AOC suspension due to SMS non-compliance. Our 4-week intervention addressed all findings.
Result: Zero findings in follow-up audit, operations continued
Case Study: Lease Redelivery Optimization
Falcon 2000 lease return with initial lessor workscope estimate of $1.2M. Our technical assessment and negotiation reduced scope significantly.
Result: 40% cost reduction, 3-week timeline acceleration
Deliverables You Receive
Technical Reports & Analysis
- Comprehensive inspection reports with detailed findings
- AD/SB compliance status reports with tracking databases
- Reliability analysis reports with trend monitoring
- Cost-benefit analysis for maintenance optimization
Dashboards & Monitoring Tools
- Real-time airworthiness compliance dashboards
- Maintenance planning and tracking systems
- Regulatory deadline monitoring and alerts
- Cost tracking and budget variance reporting
Documentation & Manuals
- Operations manuals and procedure updates
- Maintenance planning documents and checklists
- Regulatory submission packages and closeout files
- Audit trail documentation and compliance logs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CAMO-style support and how does it benefit aircraft operations?
CAMO (Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation) style support provides comprehensive aircraft technical management including maintenance planning, AD/SB compliance tracking, reliability monitoring, and regulatory oversight. This ensures continuous airworthiness, optimizes maintenance costs, and maintains regulatory compliance throughout the aircraft lifecycle.
How long does DGCA approval typically take for aircraft operations?
DGCA approval timelines vary: AOC amendments (4-8 weeks), import permits (2-4 weeks), registration changes (3-6 weeks), and operational approvals (6-12 weeks). Our regulatory expertise and established relationships often accelerate these processes through proper documentation and proactive liaison with authorities.
What documents are required for aircraft import into India?
Key documents include: Certificate of Airworthiness, Certificate of Registration, export permit from country of origin, maintenance records, insurance certificate, and DGCA import permit application. We assist with complete documentation preparation and submission to ensure smooth approval processes.
What's the difference between continuing airworthiness and maintenance?
Maintenance involves physical work on the aircraft, while continuing airworthiness encompasses the management processes ensuring the aircraft remains compliant with regulations. This includes maintenance planning, AD/SB compliance, reliability monitoring, and regulatory oversight throughout the aircraft's operational life.
What happens during a pre-buy inspection?
Our pre-buy inspection includes comprehensive records review, physical aircraft examination, AD/SB compliance verification, LLP tracking, systems functionality checks, and structural inspection. We provide detailed reports with findings, cost implications, and recommendations to support informed purchase decisions.
How do you handle AD/SB compliance backlogs?
We conduct comprehensive audits to identify all applicable ADs/SBs, prioritize by safety impact and compliance dates, develop cost-effective compliance plans, coordinate with approved maintenance facilities, and provide ongoing tracking systems to prevent future backlogs.
What is an MEL and why is it important?
A Minimum Equipment List (MEL) specifies equipment that may be inoperative while still maintaining safe flight operations. It's crucial for operational flexibility, allowing aircraft to continue flying with certain equipment deferrals while ensuring safety standards are maintained and regulatory requirements are met.
How do you help reduce lease redelivery costs?
We provide early redelivery condition assessment, negotiate realistic return conditions with lessors, optimize maintenance timing to align with return requirements, source cost-effective repair solutions, and manage the entire redelivery process to minimize costs and ensure timely aircraft return.
Resources & Compliance References
Our regulatory compliance expertise is grounded in comprehensive understanding of aviation authorities and international standards:
Indian Aviation Regulatory Framework
All regulatory references are current as of publication date. Always consult latest official publications for current requirements.